Yes, okay, it’s technically back to school season. But drudgery and dullness are not required! Take it from the Gardenista editors, who are keeping summer’s irreverent playfulness going—in the garden and beyond. Have a look: Above: Fan has surprised herself with her love for these whimsical portrait

Attention apartment dwellers, dorm dwellers, frequent movers, renters, and constant re-arrangers: Ikea’s latest collection is made for folks on the go. Have a look at a few of our favorite pieces, just out this week, designed for flexible living and easier moves. Above: Kompishäng Back Cushions, $29

The same great-looking legs cropped up recently in two different Paris projects on Remodelista: a starter apartment and Merci’s new showcase residence. Intriguingly, these legs are made of powder-coated steel and designed to turn just about any thin, flat surface into a readymade table. We had to fi

It’s been a few years since my husband and I began working from home (with no end in sight). He and I, in general, don’t work well together (he’s on conference calls all day; I prefer to do my work while half-tuning in to the Brian Lehrer Show). A while back, my husband snagged the study as his remo

For anyone who’s seen the Emmy-award winning reboot of Queer Eye, Tan France needs no introduction. As the show’s fashion expert, his talent is for seeing a person’s individuality and coaxing out their own personal style and confidence. (And he’s revolutionized the art of looking effortless with the

Happy long weekend; happy September! Ahead, a great-looking alarm clock for school mornings, artful painter’s drop cloths, a new Copenhagen collection, and more: Above: We got a sneak peak of Audo’s fall collection in Copenhagen and now they’re available online. Our favorites? This great table, show

Have you been swayed yet by the built-in sofa? They’re space-efficient, good for maximizing lounge opportunities in a big space or squeezing a wee settee into a tight spot. They make a visual statement. And they never need replacing. Here, 13 variations on the theme from designers and architects the

We’ve written previously about Liberty lookalikes, tiny floral prints that no doubt take cues from the iconic London-based house. Just recently, a new find caught our eye from an unexpected source. Have a look: High Above: The classic: The Betsy Linen Duvet Set is $460 for the double size from Liber

It makes so much sense: kitchens hidden behind accordion doors, sliding doors, cabinet doors—anything it takes to keep the clutter out of sight when space is tight. Here are 15 we love from the Remodelista archives: Above: In A Scottish Fisherman’s Cottage Gets an Update, With Make-Do-And-Mend Spiri

Most dining tables measure between 36 and 40 inches wide—a comfortable standard, but not always a practical one. For tight kitchens, narrow dining rooms, and passage-like spaces, we looked for tables measuring 34 inches across or less, with several coming in at a particularly slender 30 inches. Abov

In this installment of Remodelista Reconnaissance, we’re tackling a question we’ve gotten again and again: What paint colors were used in this ever-changing house in Reims, France? Reader, look no further. The Sighting Above: The house is owned by a pair of shopkeepers. The interiors are filled with

New season, new routines. Maybe you’re investing in a better-functioning, eco-minded kitchen, treating yourself to some new home office essentials to ease the transition back to work, or looking for a simple swap to ready the house for cooler temps. Whatever your design need, we’ve rounded up 10 of

Welcome to Psst, where each month the Remodelista and Gardenista editors share an inside look at what we’ve been reading, watching, coveting, pinning, visiting, and otherwise loving lately. Without further ado, a glimpse of what we’ve been up to in August: Photographs by editors, except where noted.

Hope this finds you fully steeped in the last days of August. Ahead this weekend: camp beds, new Ikea offerings, a residency we can’t wait for, and more. Read on: Above: Things we plan to hold onto, even as summer wanes: lazy weekends, lots of places to lounge, and other inspiration from more inspir

The paneled wood doors and window frames are reproductions, painted to match the sea and sky on Sikinos, one of the most secluded of the Cycladic Islands. But far from being a cookie-cutter update, what’s remarkable about this historic villa update by Marianna Kapsimali and Alexandros Kapsimalis of

Welcome to The Editors’ Cut, our monthly column dedicated to beautiful and useful finds for all over the house. In this installment: What, according to you, dear readers, are the best finds of the summer? We’ve gone through the season’s stories to round up the picks you’ve loved (and ordered) most.

This bright kitchen belongs to two leaders of the style pack in Denmark: Frederik Bille Brahe is the chef-owner of Atelier September, the now-departed Apollo Bar and Kantine, and the brand-new Daphne, all of which we adore. Caroline Brasch Nielsen (who also goes by Bille Brahe) is one of the world’s

When Julie showed me images of Tenuta Borgia on the island of Pantelleria, named One of the 10 Best Secret Islands in Europe by Condé Nast Traveler, I felt a spark of recognition. The rustic stone lodging, the white-washed walls, the sparkling pool, the unrelenting sun—I had most definitely never be

An essential for any kitchen: well-proportioned all-purpose drinking glasses. Here’s what we’ve got on our shelves. Above: On the higher end of the pricing spectrum, the R+D Lab Luisa Clear Water Glass is made of lightweight and durable Swiss borosilicate; $96 for a set of two via Heath Ceramics. Ab

An otherworldly table lamp keeps catching our attention. Curved and plant-like, it’s made from a material reminiscent of plaster. After spotting the design in chic settings in France over the last two years, we had to find out more. The Sightings Above: The lamp first appeared in the Merci departmen